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In the past year, Strolling/Close-up Magicians have sent 11,240 quotes to event planners.
Strolling/Close-up Magicians rank #25 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
There are 6,531 Strolling/Close-up Magician reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.
From request to booking, it takes 1.7 days (on average) to hire a Strolling/Close-up Magician.
Columbia is the 5th most popular city for Strolling/Close-up Magicians requests in Maryland.
Strolling/Close-up Magicians are typically hired for Festivals, Corporate Events, and Fundraisers in Columbia, MD.
Maryland is the 15th most popular state for Strolling/Close-up Magicians requests in the United States.
Strolling/Close-up Magician
5.0
May 16, 2026
2 hours
Strolling magic is a great way to engage guests at all types of events! These talented performers can move through crowds performing close-up magic and card tricks for small groups of guests at a time. Consider a walk-around magic show for your birthday party, trade show, corporate event, festival, or cocktail hour.
The cost of hiring a strolling magician in Columbia, Maryland will vary depending on the size of the event, how long you need them, and their skill level. Professional magicians who perform complex sleight-of-hand illusions with unique props may charge more than those who focus on more simple card tricks. Contact the local magic acts above to get a quote customized for your event.
While browsing profiles for Columbia close-up magicians, be sure to look at photos and watch videos of their performances. Then read reviews to see what it would be like to work with them. When talking with magicians, discuss important details like the expected guest count, the venue layout, the event schedule, and any other unique aspects of the event.
Once you find a strolling magician you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to hire live entertainment. You can talk with performers, confirm the details of your agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad booking is protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. You just focus on your magical event!
These Strolling/Close-up Magicians serve the wider Columbia and Howard county area and travel to Simpsonville, Clarksville, Fulton, Savage, Elkridge, Highland, Ilchester, Ellicott City, Jessup, Dayton, Laurel, Annapolis Junction, Hanover, Burtonsville, Catonsville, Glenelg, West Friendship, Brinklow, Woodstock, Spencerville, Ashton, Arbutus, Harmans, Sandy Spring, Fort George G Meade, Fort Meade, Severn, Halethorpe, Fairland, and Marriottsville.